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The countless temples, shrines, and palaces that texture the city map make Kyoto's grand architecture its most famous feature abroad, but that's just part of what you'll find in this imperial city. Japan's capital for more than 1,000 years, Kyoto was the center not only for courtly affairs, but politics, religion, philosophy, art, culture, and cuisine. Essentially every one of Japan's refined cultural arts blossomed from seeds that were planted here, including the tea ceremony, kabuki theater, and Zen Buddhism.
Kyoto Hotels
No other Japanese city can compete with Kyoto for style and grace. For the ultimate experience of Kyoto hospitality, stay in a ryokan, a traditional Japanese...read more
Kyoto Restaurants
Attuned to subtle seasonal changes, Kyoto cuisine emphasizing freshness and contrast. From the finest ryotei to the smallest izakaya (pub), the distinctive...read more
Things To Do in Kyoto
Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.
Kyoto Experiences
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Architecture: Despite modernization, about 27,000 traditional houses remain. The preservation districts include Sannen-zaka, Gion Shin-bashi... Read more
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Although Kyoto was Japan's capital for more than 10 centuries, the real center of political power was often elsewhere, be it Kamakura (1192-1333)... Read more
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The experience not to miss in Kyoto is kaiseki ryori, the elegant full-course meal that was originally intended to be served with the tea ceremony... Read more
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Upon entering, take off your shoes, as you would do in a Japanese household, and put on the slippers that are provided in the entryway. A maid... Read more
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Japan's traditional and modern worlds intersect where Shijo-dori crosses Hanamikoji-dori in the district of Gion. To the south, cobblestone streets... Read more
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Temples, shrines, and gardens can't be taken home with you. You can, however, pack up a few omiyage (mementos) for which this city is famous... Read more
Travel Blog
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Travel Tip of the Day
This pass offers unlimited travel on Japan Railways (JR) trains... Read more
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Last Minute Travel
Japan's warm fall days—without summer's humidity or winter's dampness—and dazzling foliage... Read more
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